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Canton Writes Call for Entries

Entries are now being accepted for this year’s edition of CantonWrites, the town-wide writing contest sponsored by the Friends of the Canton Public Library and the Canton Citizen. Authors must live in Canton and may submit a short story, poem, or non-fiction/memoir, but no more than one entry in each category, in one of five age groups: elementary K-2, elementary 3-5, middle school, high school, and adult. Entries must be submitted via email in Word-compatible format to cantonwrites@town.canton.ma.us by April 5, along with a submission form available at library.canton.ma.us/301/Enter-Canton-Writes.

Library 5K Fun Run Registration

Get out of your reading chairs and join friends, neighbors, and fellow readers at the inaugural Canton Public Library 5K Fun Run! The race kicks off at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, April 28, with a post-race party to follow on the library grounds. All proceeds will benefit the Next Chapter Library Fund to support the library’s interior and exterior renovation plans. The entry fee is $25 per person and free for children 12 & under if accompanied by an adult, and the first 150 to register will receive a wick-away t-shirt! Free parking is available at Canton Town Hall or Canton High School. Sign up today at runsignup.com/Race/MA/Canton/CantonLibrary5K.

Heritage Festival Booth Reservations

Applications are now open for the annual Canton Heritage Festival on Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Paul Revere Heritage Site. Booth spaces for vendors/crafters and local businesses cost $60 each. Local nonprofit and community betterment organizations are invited to join at no charge. There is also an opportunity for reenactors and various performers. Please apply at tinyurl.com/CantonHeritageFestival2024. For more information, contact Allison Neff at ANeff@PaulRevereMuseum.org.

Friends of the Library Monthly Meetings

All members and anyone interested in learning more about the Friends of the Canton Public Library are invited to attend one of their upcoming meetings in the Aldrich Room at the library. You can also participate via Zoom (meeting ID 894 3353 6004 and passcode 999825). Upcoming meetings are scheduled for March 18 and April 8 (changed from original date of April 15). For more info, go to library.canton.ma/187/friends-of-the-library.

Community Club of Canton Meetings

Community Club of Canton meetings are held at the Canton Historical Society from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month. At each meeting members discuss different areas that they can donate their time or resources to within Canton. Upcoming meetings are scheduled for March 12, April 16 and May 14. For more info, contact Community Club President Patricia McDermott at communityclubcanton@gmail.com.

Saturdays at the Paul Revere Heritage Site

The historic Yellow Barn at the Paul Revere Heritage Site is open to the public on Saturdays from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Come check out the building, see pieces of past exhibits, check out the current exhibit “SITE-Inspired,” and speak with our staff and volunteers. All are welcome!

Brookwood Farm CSA Sale

Shares are now on sale for Brookwood Community Farm’s 2024 Community-Supported Agriculture program! Brookwood is a nonprofit farm in Canton centered around a shared passion for agriculture, fresh local food, and a commitment to increasing access to healthy food. Spring, summer, fall and multi-season shares, as well as egg, fruit and flower shares are available for purchase. Learn more at brookwoodcommunityfarm.org.

March 15-17

CHS Drama presents Legally Blonde

The Canton High School Drama Club will proudly present Legally Blonde, a fabulously fun musical based on the beloved 2001 film of the same name, on Friday and Saturday, March 15 and 16, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, March 17, at 2 p.m. in the CHS auditorium. Tickets are $17 each and can be purchased online at showtix4u.com/events/18818.

March 16

St. Patrick’s Day Celebration

Saint Oscar Romero Parish in Canton invites the community to a Celebration of St. Patrick on Saturday, March 16, beginning at 5 p.m. Irish ale, wine, and Irish-inspired cocktails will be available at a cash bar. Guests will also enjoy a fully catered corned beef and cabbage dinner with all the trimmings, appetizers, Irish bread and dessert — plus live musical entertainment! Tickets are $35 and must be ordered in advance by calling 781-828-0090.

March 20

CCC Senior Supper

The Congregational Church of Canton, located at 1541 Washington Street, will host its next Senior Supper on Wednesday, March 20 from 4-6 p.m. Open to all adults ages 60 and over, the monthly Senior Supper offers homemade goodness and a friendly atmosphere. This month’s menu features Italian soup selections (Italian Wedding and Pasta e Fagioli), Italian bread, zesty lemon olive oil sponge cake, and coffee/tea. The church is handicap-accessible and there’s plenty of free parking. Cost is $4 per person and take-out meals are available. Those interested in volunteering should reach out to Rachel at seniorsupper@cc-cantonma.org for more information.

March 23

FPUU Spring Coffeehouse

First Parish Unitarian Universalist in Canton, located at 1508 Washington Street, invites the community to its spring coffeehouse on Saturday evening, March 23 beginning at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:30). Enjoy live music in many genres: folk, show tunes, blues, choral, and more! Tickets are $15 for adults and $8 for youth. Beverages, munchies, and desserts will also be available.

April 6

Great Canton Cleanup Day

Canton citizens of all ages are invited to participate in the third annual town-wide cleanup on Saturday, April 6 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon (rain date April 7). Sponsored by Canton’s Walk, Bike & Hike Committee, Parks & Recreation, and the Canton Alliance Against Substance Abuse, the event will bring together residents and businesses to beautify our streets and public spaces. A cookout will follow at the CHS football field for all volunteers. To register, go to www.keepcantonbeautiful.org.

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